Pipe Weight Calculator

Pipe Weight Calculator — OD, Thickness, Length to Weight

Pipe Weight Calculator

Compute pipe weight from outer diameter (OD), wall thickness, length and material. Supports metric & imperial units and custom density.

Inputs

Note: OD and thickness must be in the same diameter/thickness units (converter will standardize). If wall thickness ≥ OD/2 the input is invalid. Results are estimates — verify for critical engineering needs.

Results

No calculation yet — enter inputs and click Calculate.

Volume, per-piece and total weight breakdown will appear here.

How the Pipe Weight Calculator Works

The calculator determines the weight of a metal or plastic pipe using its outer diameter, wall thickness, length, and material density. Results are shown in kilograms and pounds.

Required Inputs

1. Outer Diameter (OD)

Enter the outer diameter in mm, inches, or cm.

2. Wall Thickness

Provide the pipe’s wall thickness.
Used to calculate inner diameter.

3. Pipe Length

Enter the total length in meters, feet, or inches.

4. Material Type

Choose from common pipe materials:

  • Steel
  • Stainless Steel
  • Aluminum
  • Copper
  • PVC
  • Brass
    Each material uses a specific density value.

Calculation Formula

1. Inner Diameter

ID=OD−2×ThicknessID = OD – 2 \times ThicknessID=OD−2×Thickness

2. Cross-Sectional Area

Area=π4(OD2−ID2)Area = \frac{\pi}{4} (OD^2 – ID^2)Area=4π​(OD2−ID2)

3. Volume

Volume=Area×LengthVolume = Area \times LengthVolume=Area×Length

4. Weight

Weight=Volume×DensityWeight = Volume \times DensityWeight=Volume×Density

The calculator automatically converts units to meters and kilograms before performing calculations.

Outputs Provided

1. Total Pipe Weight

Shows weight in:

  • Kilograms (kg)
  • Pounds (lb)

2. Pipe Volume

Displays the total volume based on dimensions.

3. Density Used

Shows the density value for the selected material.

Use Cases

  • Estimating pipe weight for construction and engineering
  • Calculating load requirements for structures
  • Planning transportation and material handling
  • Cost estimation based on weight per length
  • Manufacturing and cutting operations

Why Use This Calculator?

Helps in structural design, fabrication, and project planning

Supports all standard pipe sizes and materials

Works with metric and imperial units

Delivers instant and accurate weight estimations

Final Thought

Using a Pipe Weight Calculator saves time, reduces manual errors, and ensures accurate planning. It helps engineers, builders, and contractors make better material and cost decisions with confidence.

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